Great news for Springdale families: most of the city’s third-graders passed Arkansas’ required reading test on their second attempt, according to a report from KNWA FOX24.

The milestone is a meaningful one for the Springdale School District, which serves one of the largest and most diverse student populations in the state. Arkansas requires third-graders to demonstrate reading proficiency, and students who do not pass on the first try are given a second opportunity — and in Springdale, the majority of those students rose to the challenge.

Passing the reading benchmark is an important step for young learners, as strong early literacy skills lay the foundation for success across all subjects in the years ahead. The results reflect the hard work of Springdale students, teachers, and families who rallied together between testing windows to help children reach the mark.

It’s an encouraging sign for the community as the school year wraps up, and a reminder of the dedication that goes into supporting every child’s learning journey in Springdale.

Sources: KNWA FOX24